McDonald's Says Profit
Should Top Forecasts

McDonald's Corp. said its first-quarter profit should handily exceed Wall Street's estimates, citing robust March results, international growth and demand for its Snack Wrap and other new offerings.

The news stood in contrast to other restaurant chains, which have reported disappointing comparable-sales figures for the past few months. As casual-dining chains such as Denny's Corp. and Ruby Tuesday Inc. have blamed harsh weather and...